Care home in Rutherglen hosts annual Remembrance service for residents

Rutherglen Care Home held its annual Remembrance Day Service on Saturday, November 9 in Waverley House.

British Legion Branch Chairman Mick Gethan and Area Vice Chairman Stewart Walker were both in attendance, as were representatives from the Glasgow & Lanarkshire Battalion of Army Cadets from Cambuslang.

Residents were joined by family members and staff for the service which was conducted by Rev. Neil Watson from Stonelaw Church.

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All present felt a sense of sadness and pride in honouring the sacrifice of those who served in the Armed Forces.

Activity coordinator Maureen Thomson said: “We are very grateful to British Legion, Army Cadets and Rev. Watson for giving their time to remember with us at this busy time in their schedules”.

Isa Daniels, a 96-year-old resident, added: “That was a lovely service.”

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